ISSUE 3 / NOV - DEC 2011 SCADA SYSTEMS EST. Airport Road, P.O. Box 429, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E, Tel : +971-2-6328600 , Fax : +971-2-6322230 Email : info@scadagroups.com

SECURITY EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2011

The Security Excel-

lence Award com-

mittee congratulates

SCADA for reaching

the finalist stage of

the Security Excel-

lence Award 2011.

The Security Excel-

lence Awards cele-

brate the best peo-

ple, projects and ser-

vices in the security

industry. Acknowl-

edged as the ‘Oscars’

of the security world, this glittering award attracts participation

of over 900 security professionals and is the biggest opportuni-

ty for the security industry.

SCADA SPONSOR GLOBAL CHAMPIONS TOUR

Scada systems sponsored all the Information and Communica-

tions Technology (ICT) requirements for the Global Champions

Tour 2011 (GCT) grand final held in Abu Dhabi in November

2011 at Al Forsan International Sports Resort.

The global champions tour (GCT) is a hallmark of the equestri-

an world of sports is an event that gathers the world’s best

horses and riders and takes place in stunning international

cosmopolitan landscapes. GCT is an Olympic equestrian disci-

pline and as most of the other equestrian disciplines, is one of

the few sports where men and women compete against each

other in the same categories. Often likened to the Formula 1

or PGA of equestrian sport, , the GCT is a young, ambitious and

expanding organization, and yet is steeped in the strongest

foundational principals of the sport.

GCT is globally regarded as the benchmark for the passion,

performance and excellence of show jumping. The GCT was

founded in 2006 by former international Olympic gold medal-

ist, Jan Tops. GCT offers the largest prize money in the world of

equestrian events (7 million Euros in 2010). This is the sixth

edition of the GCT and was kicked off in Doha in March 2011

and has travelled around the world before the grand finale in

Abu Dhabi.

During the show SCADA was appreciated by the AFISR manage-

ment and many of its honored guests for the excellent technol-

ogy that has been sponsored by SCADA to make the GCT a

great success. SCADA has sponsored all the networking, infor-

mation technology, public addressing, imaging and video

streaming requirements of the event.

After the successful completion of the GCT AFISR management

released an appreciation letter for the enthusiasm and effort

invested by SCADA team making the GCT event a great success.

SCADA WON AL FORSAN HOTEL ICT PROJECT

The Al Forsan Hotel ICT package is award-

ed to SCADA systems. The AED 30 million

project includes the design and build of

the complete ICT infrastructure of the

hotel. The scope of work includes about

12 different ELV systems and the struc-

tured cabling.

The date of completion and handover of

the project is scheduled to be on 31 De-

cember 2012. The project team and the O-Chart have been

released by Scada management.

WAKE PARK WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ABU DHABI

Scada systems sponsored all the Information and Communica-

tions Technology (ICT) requirements for the Wake Park World Championship 2011 (WWA) held in Abu Dhabi from 7 to 10 December 2011at Al Forsan International Shooting Resort. The WWA is world’s largest and most-recognized sanctioning body. A non-profit organization created by wake boarders for the advancement and progression of watersports, it sanctions 500 event-days of contests, demos, and clinics annually to pro-mote wakeboarding, wake skating and wake surfing around the globe, including 27affiliate countries.

NOV - DEC 2011 SCADA NEWSLETTER www.scadagroups.com

Scada is participating in the region’s

biggest security event, Intersec 2012.

The 14th edition of Intersec is again to

be officially held under the Royal Pat-

ronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor

bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

at Dubai International Trade Center

from 15 to 17 January 2012.

Established for over 13 years, Intersec is the leading regional trade event in the security, safety and protection industries. It features

a brand profile of 4 niche vertical sections, namely: Commercial & Information Security; Homeland Security & Policing; Safety &

Health and Fire & Rescue, providing an up to date reflection of the industry portfolio and the latest trends.

The organizers, Messe Frankfurt, said that ‘this year Intersec grew by 25% and we endeavor to build further on this growth for the

2012 edition which will take place from 15 to 17 January. The event will now feature an additional hall where the Homeland Security

& Policing section will be placed providing easy access to all for exploring the difference niche areas of the event’.

SCADA’s booth is in the commercial section of hall No. 1. The booth number is 1-505C. SCADA cordially invites all its customers, pro-

spects and well wishers to visit their booth where they will exhibit latest technologies of their principle vendors from across the

globe.

INTERSEC 2012

SCADA PARTNER WITH POWER HAWK

Scada join hands with POWER HAWK Technologies Inc, to distribute their products in the entire Gulf Market.

POWER HAWK Technologies Inc is a USA based company that produces a wide variety of products for Fire/Rescue and Emergency

Services, Military, Law Enforcement, EOD, Industrial, Nuclear, and more.

Since its introduction, the Power Hawk Rescue System continues to save lives around the

world, offering unique features and capabilities that go well beyond traditional hydraulic

rescue tools.

The Power Hawk product line continues to expand, adding more and more versatility for

getting jobs done. At the turn of the new millennium, the Team of employees who in-

vented, developed, and operated the Power Hawk business segment at Curtiss-Wright

took advantage of a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity to bring their passion and commit-

ment to the business to an even higher level.

In March of 2004, the Team purchased the Power Hawk business segment from Curtiss-Wright (which also included the SWENCH line

of manual impact wrenches) through a successful management buyout, creating the new 100% employee-owned company called

Power Hawk Technologies Inc. (PHT).

Located in northern New Jersey, PHT owns the patents and trademarks for and is the manufactur-

er of the Power Hawk® P-16 Rescue System, Power Pusher® Rams, Auto-Crib® Stabilization Tool

and SWENCH® line of Manual Impact Wrenches.

Curtiss-Wright Flight Systems continues to be a major supporter and business

partner, providing PHT with the Power Hinge gears that are the ‘muscle’ behind

the Power Hawk’s enormous strength. Power Hawk Technologies’ commitment

to providing solutions to its customers with innovative and high-quality prod-

ucts, and outstanding customer support has never been stronger.

Power Hawk products will be demonstrated in our booth in Intersec says SCADA Business Development Manager

Mr. Asok.

For more information visit www.powerhawk.com

NOV - DEC 2011 SCADA NEWSLETTER www.scadagroups.com

Network Video Technologies (NVT), has released a new Ether-

net-over-Coax (EoC) transmission solution that enables ana-

logue coax-based CCTV installations to easily migrate to IP.

The NVT NV-EC1701 Ethernet-over-Coax (EoC) Transceiver is a

compact media converter that allows 10/100 BaseT Ethernet

and PoE power to be transmitted up to 2,500 ft (750 m), over

new or existing coax cable.

EoC transceivers may be linked together using BNC 'T' adaptors

to form a bus-architected network that will accommodate up to

4 EoC transceivers and IP/Megapixel cameras.

Supporting camera loads of up to 45 watts, 48VDC from one

power supply is distributed over the coax to up to 4 remote

transceivers and their IP/PoE cameras (or other devices).

Saving time and money, the NV-EC1701 is quick to install, sim-

ple to use, and network transparent.

Three status LEDs indicate power, link, and activity for its RJ45

and coax ports.

"With the introduction of the EoC product, we are providing our

customers with a cost-effective opportunity to deploy IP camer-

as over coax cable, at distances and power supply levels far be-

yond that achievable with conventional PoE," says Steve Proc-

tor, NVT's Sales Director.

"NVT's advanced video and power transmission technology

provides ultra-robust, full-duplex connectivity for all IP cameras,

including megapixel, affording an easy transition to IP."

NVT LAUNCHES ETHERNET-OVER-COAX SOLUTION

KBC Networks, manufacturer of industrial transmission equip-

ment for analogue, IP and high definition transmission systems

has expanded its industrial Ethernet switch range with a series

of Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches.

With the PoE data ports on the switch supplying power directly

to the attached networked device, the new additions to the KBC

IP transmission range make new installations and system adds

faster, easier and more flexible. The units are designed for a

wide range of industrial, non-conditioned and outdoor applica-

tions with extended operating temperature ranges and hard-

ened casings. Depending on the switch selected, the switches

are either IEEE 802.3af or, the higher powered, IEEE 802.3at

compliant, which is suitable for most PTZ cameras.

Combined with KBC's new WESII wireless range, the new

switches are ideal for rapid and temporary deployments, as

well as installations that require the minimum of disruption

such as traffic and town centre camera systems.

Iain Deuchars, President of KBC Networks EMEA commented on

the new product range, "Our new PoE range will enable our

customers to reduce the cost and complexity of IP camera in-

stallations. With the launch of our WESII wireless range earlier

this year the combination of the two product ranges is perfect

for straightforward and affordable installations."

The available switch types include a range of fixed RJ45, SFP

and combo ports (10/100 and Gigabit) which are MDI/MDIX

compliant for automatic configuration. For greater system relia-

bility and straightforward maintenance, the switches feature

dual redundant power inputs as well as power failure alarm

outputs. The hardened casings are IP30 rated and the units

have operating temperature ranges of between -40 and +74°C.

INDUSTRIAL POE NETWORK SWITCH

TECHNOLOGY NEWS

NOV - DEC 2011 SCADA NEWSLETTER www.scadagroups.com

One more year is passing away leaving behind memories and

history. What do I achieve?

One more year is going out of my life. What do I gain?

At the end of every year I used to ask these questions to my-

self. For me the answers are measurable. Because, at the be-

ginning of every year I used to write down my goals, both per-

sonal and professional. And I used to review them periodically

to know how close or far away I am from my goals.

Living and working without goals for me is life without inten-

tional achievements. It is like a kite with a broken thread.

Goals are nothing but the targets that one set for oneself to

achieve. For example, constructing a home, purchasing a vehi-

cle, getting a masters degree, getting a job promotion etc. are

all goals…

Goal setting is a skill. One can work it out only with profound

determination and will power.

Did you write your goals down at the beginning of 2011? Did

your review them frequently, and revise them as conditions

change? If you did, it will be easy for you to analyze your

achievements and success.

The first and most basic step to get what you want is to know

and write down those things that you want. Then you must

constantly remind yourself about those things that you want.

Goals should be expressed in ways that compel you to achieve

them. Psychologically speaking, the human brain directs us to

create what we focus on, good or bad.

By saying this, I inspire my team to start by writing down your

goals for 2012. The more specific you make your goal the

better. You must also know “why” you want it. Your reasons

for your desires are the drive that will cause you to get what

you want. Get big enough convincing reasons, and you can

accomplish anything!!

So…Write down your goals, timed and specific with convinc-

ing reasons for why you want your goals.

Read your goals quite often.

Focus on your goals.

Achieve your goals.

Wish You A Bright And Successful 2012

SETTING GOALS FOR 2012 - ASOK K. KALATHIL

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN EMPLOYEES - ALI MOKDAD

Effective communication in

the workplace is necessary

for an effective work envi-

ronment. Productivity de-

creases and everyone gets

stressed if people do not

communicate effectively.

Some of the more common problems that prevent effective

communication can be overcome by simply minimizing them

or even eliminating them. When these things are dealt with,

the organization can function more efficiently, and the work

environment is much more pleasant for everyone.

Some of the more notable communication issues that should

be addressed are: Sarcasm, Gossip, Tantrums and Self-

centeredness.

These situations show how effective communication is very

important in almost all settings. Any organization can be

made more productive by effective communication. In fact,

effective communication is not only necessary in the office

but more importantly, in day-to-day life. It is important to

deal with other people with respect for their abilities, per-

sonal space and self-worth. After all, we expect no less for

ourselves.

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